Quaker Instant Oatmeal (Instant Quaker Oatmeal until 1995) is a type of oatmeal made by the Quaker Oats Company, first launched in 1966. Preparation Quaker Instant Oatmeal comes in 1.5 oz (43 g) single-serving packets and is usually flavored. Flavors include but are not limited to cinnamon, apple, and honey. The oatmeal is prepared by mixing with boiling water and stirring, hence being referred to as "instant"; once mixed, the oatmeal is ready within a minute. It can also be prepared by adding up to 2/3 cup of water and microwaving for 30-60 seconds. Milk may also be used. Taste Although said to be quick and easy to make, the resulting oatmeal is not the same as traditional oatmeal. Quaker Instant Oatmeal has a different taste than oatmeal prepared the traditional way. This is due to how the oatmeal is processed and prepared. The mouthfeel of the oatmeal is changed as the oatmeal is finely milled to decrease cooking time, and the oatmeal is treated with chemical preservatives and flavoring. Flavors currently available in the U.S. Regular Maple and Brown Sugar (also available in 50% less sugar) Apples and Cinnamon (also available in 50% less sugar) Raisins and Spice Cinnamon Pecan Cinnamon and Spice Raisin, Dates and Walnuts Strawberries and Cream (also available in 50% less sugar) Peaches and Cream (also available in 50% less sugar) Blueberries and Cream Cinnamon Roll Honey and Nut Weight Control oatmeal (available in 3 flavors) Safari Animal Dinosaur eggs (brown sugar w/ dinosaur candies) See also List of instant foods List of porridges List of dried foods Instant breakfast References Further reading St. Joseph News-Press - Google News Archive Search Proquest - Courant.com Quaker Hopes Dinosaur Oatmeal Won't Be Extinct External links Official website Quaker Oats Company cereals Porridges Instant foods and drinks Products introduced in 1966